Social Worker
| Posting date: | 16 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £35,412 to £41,771 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Career Graded Level 7:- £35,412 - £38,220 to Level 8:- £39,152 - £41,771 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 January 2026 |
| Location: | Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | North Somerset Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ASHA0434 |
Summary
About Us
North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker to join our South Adult Locality Team. This is well-established and supportive Adult Social Care Team based at Town Hall, Weston- super- Mare with hybrid working. The team covers Weston, Worle areas and surrounding villages
In this role, you will; work within key legislative frameworks including the Care Act 2014, the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the Mental Health Act 1983, you will make defensible decisions in partnership with people with care and support needs, supporting them to take positive risks in order to promote and balance their independence, safety and wellbeing.
As a Social Worker you will be undertaking Care Act Assessments, and co-producing care and support plans with individuals, identifying their strengths and assets to determine person-centred outcomes. You will undertake Mental Capacity Assessments and be involved in Best Interest Decision making. You will hold a manageable caseload and will have shared responsibility for coordinating safeguarding enquiries in a person-centred way.
You will use your social work knowledge, skills and values to promote the rights and choices of people with care and support needs.
You will work in close partnership with people with care and support needs, their families, carers and a range of multi-agency partners to achieve desired and eligible outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
Undertake Care Act assessments, reviews, care and support planning in line with statutory guidance
Apply the Mental Capacity Act and contribute to Best Interest decisions
Safeguarding Interventions
Work collaboratively with health colleagues, providers, and other agencies to deliver coordinated responses to complex needs
Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and statutory frameworks
This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.
This position is currently based at our Castlewood offices in Clevedon. Please be advised that this office will be closing in 2025. Consultation is currently underway to determine the new location for colleagues based in Castlewood. This will be at Weston-super-Mare or within North Somerset.
Work Style
At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.
This role falls into the category of Select Workstyle Type which means you can expect to work in the following way:
Flexible Worker
2-3 days in the office
Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.
Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.
About You
We are looking for an individual who is passionate about [relevant field/area], and who possesses the following skills and experience:
Essential Criteria:
Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England
Demonstrable experience in statutory adult social care, particularly within learning disability services
Strong working knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Human Rights Act, and Safeguarding legislation
Proven ability to manage complex caseloads and make sound, defensible decisions
Effective partnership working with multi-disciplinary professionals, individuals, and families.
Desirable Criteria:
Previous Social Work Practice
Ability to prioritise tasks and be able to work under pressure
What We Offer
At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:
Competitive salary and benefits
Flexible working arrangements
Local Government Pension
Opportunities for professional development
Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums
Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year
Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team
Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes
Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.
How to Apply
If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.
Contact Information
For further information about the role, please contact Martin Chacku, Team Manager, at martin.chacku@n-somerset.gov.uk or 07385 039 450
Important Information
As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.
North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker to join our South Adult Locality Team. This is well-established and supportive Adult Social Care Team based at Town Hall, Weston- super- Mare with hybrid working. The team covers Weston, Worle areas and surrounding villages
In this role, you will; work within key legislative frameworks including the Care Act 2014, the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the Mental Health Act 1983, you will make defensible decisions in partnership with people with care and support needs, supporting them to take positive risks in order to promote and balance their independence, safety and wellbeing.
As a Social Worker you will be undertaking Care Act Assessments, and co-producing care and support plans with individuals, identifying their strengths and assets to determine person-centred outcomes. You will undertake Mental Capacity Assessments and be involved in Best Interest Decision making. You will hold a manageable caseload and will have shared responsibility for coordinating safeguarding enquiries in a person-centred way.
You will use your social work knowledge, skills and values to promote the rights and choices of people with care and support needs.
You will work in close partnership with people with care and support needs, their families, carers and a range of multi-agency partners to achieve desired and eligible outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
Undertake Care Act assessments, reviews, care and support planning in line with statutory guidance
Apply the Mental Capacity Act and contribute to Best Interest decisions
Safeguarding Interventions
Work collaboratively with health colleagues, providers, and other agencies to deliver coordinated responses to complex needs
Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and statutory frameworks
This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.
This position is currently based at our Castlewood offices in Clevedon. Please be advised that this office will be closing in 2025. Consultation is currently underway to determine the new location for colleagues based in Castlewood. This will be at Weston-super-Mare or within North Somerset.
Work Style
At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.
This role falls into the category of Select Workstyle Type which means you can expect to work in the following way:
Flexible Worker
2-3 days in the office
Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.
Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.
About You
We are looking for an individual who is passionate about [relevant field/area], and who possesses the following skills and experience:
Essential Criteria:
Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England
Demonstrable experience in statutory adult social care, particularly within learning disability services
Strong working knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Human Rights Act, and Safeguarding legislation
Proven ability to manage complex caseloads and make sound, defensible decisions
Effective partnership working with multi-disciplinary professionals, individuals, and families.
Desirable Criteria:
Previous Social Work Practice
Ability to prioritise tasks and be able to work under pressure
What We Offer
At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:
Competitive salary and benefits
Flexible working arrangements
Local Government Pension
Opportunities for professional development
Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums
Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year
Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team
Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes
Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.
How to Apply
If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.
Contact Information
For further information about the role, please contact Martin Chacku, Team Manager, at martin.chacku@n-somerset.gov.uk or 07385 039 450
Important Information
As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.